Rocktron DEEP BLUE User manual

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Deep Blue Chorus Instruction Manual

Copyright © 2003 GHS Corporation
All Rights Reserved.
Your Deep Blue™pedal has been tested and complies with the following
Standards and Directives as set forth by the European Union:
Council Directive(s): 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility
Standard(s): EN55013, EN50082-1
This means that this product has been designed to meet stringent guide-
lines on how much RF energy it can emit, and that it should be immune from
other sources of interference when properly used. Improper use of this
equipment could result in increased RF emissions, which may or may not
interfere with other electronic products.
To insure against this possibility, always use good shielded cables for all
audio input and output connections. This will help insure compliance with
the Directive(s).
For more information about other Rocktron products, please see your local
dealer or one of our importers closest to you (listed on the Rocktron website
- www.rocktron.com).
Precautions
Read all instructions contained in this manual.
Keep these instructions
Heed all warnings
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean with dry cloth

Do not block any ventilation openings (if applicable). Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
This product is not equipped with a plug or cable. This pedal runs on a 9 Volt
Battery, if a 9Volt DC adapter is the used please follow adapter manufacturer’s
operation instructions.
Only used attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
Do not use this product with any case, stand tripod, bracket or table that is not
specified by the manufacturer. Insure that the case, stand, tripod, bracket etc. is
properly adjusted and setup (follow all instructions). Extra care and caution should
be taken to avoid tip over and injury.
Unplug this apparatus during lightening storms or when unused during long periods
of time.
Refer all service to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power supply or plug is damaged,
liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus or if the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally or has been
dropped.
DO NOTATTEMPTTO SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT. QUALIFIED PERSON-
NELSHOULD SERVICE THIS EQUIPMENT ONLY. DO NOT MAKEANY
INTERNALADJUSTMENTS OR ADDITIONS TO THIS EQUIPMENTATANY
TIME OR TAMPER WITH INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTSATANY
TIME. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAYVOID THE
WARRANTY OF THIS EQUIPMENT AS WELLAS CAUSING A SHOCK
HAZARD.
OPERATINGTEMPERATURE
Do not expose this unit to excessive heat. This unit is designed to operate between
32 F and 104 F (0 C and 40 C). This unit may not function properly under extreme
temperatures.
Precautions Continued....

Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Rocktron
Deep Blue Chorus Pedal.
The Deep Blue chorus pedal provides a smooth multi-
voiced chorus, rich in depth and lush in intensity.
Seperate Rate, Depth and Intensity controls allows for a
wide range of chorusing.
The Deep Blue is built into a super tough road worthy
extruded aluminium chassis. This pedal will stand up
to the abuses of time and road wear and tear.
The easy access battery compartment will make chang-
ing batteries during a gig a breeze. We have also
equipped it with a super bright blue LED so you will
know when the pedal is on...it is also just plain cool!
Enjoy

Connection 1

Connection 2

Rate Control - Adjusts the speed of the modulation. Turning
this control clockwise increases the speed. Turning it counter-
clockwise decreases the speed.
Depth Control - Adjusts the amount of modulation. Turning it
clockwise increases the depth of modulation. Turning it
counter-clockwise decreases the depth of modulation
Active LED - When lit the pedal is “active” or “on”
Intensity Control - Adjusts the amount of Chorus effect that is
added to the signal. Turning it clockwise increases the amount
of chorus added. Turning it counter-clockwise decreases the
amount of chorus added.
Output Jack - Using a standard guitar cable with a 1/4” jack,
plug into the input of your guitar amplifier or next stomp box
in the signal chain. When using the Deep Blue in mono
(plugging into only one amplifier) use this output jack. When
using in stereo (plugging into two amplifiers) use this jack for
the right side out.
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2
3
4
5

Output Jack - when using it in stereo (plugging into two
amplifiers) use this output jack for left side out.
On/Off Switch - This switch determines whether the pedal is
“active” or “bypassed” - When “active” the blue LED will be lit.
When bypassed the LED will not be lit.
Input - Using a standard guitar cable with a 1/4” jack, plug your
guitar into this jack.
DC 9V Input - To use external power (not provided) use only a
9-Volt DC adapter
9-Volt Battery Compartment - to access pull on small tab labeled
“OPEN”. Replace with a new 9-Volt battery. Always remember
to unplug your guitar cords from the pedal to conserve battery
life. Some battery drain may take place when unit is plugged in
(even if the unit is bypassed).
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10
Left Side
Bottom
Right Side

Specifications
Maximum Input
Input Impedance
Current Consumption
Power Requirements
-5dBu
1M ohm
30ma
9VDC <=300ma
* CE Approved *
Hints and Tips:
Chorus pedals usually sound better when placed after distortion in
the signal chain. Thus, if you are using stomp boxes, put the
chorus pedal after the distortion. If using multiple pedals such as
delays and other modulation effects, try the Deep Blue in different
parts of the signal chain until you find the sound you like best.
If you have an effects loop in your amplifier - try putting the
chorus in the effects loop for a different sound (please follow all
instructions in your amplifier manual when connecting to your
effects loop).

Rack Gear:
Gainiac (preamp w/12ax7 tube)
Chameleon2000 (preamp w/multi-effects)
RepliTone MP(modelling preamp w/multi-effects)
Xpression (multi-effects processor)
Blue Thunder (bass preamp w/multi-effects)
Voodu Valve(preamp w/12ax7 tube and multi-effects)
Prophesy (our top of the line preamp with multi-effects)
HUSHSuper C (guitar noise silencing system)
Vendetta VP4 Preamp (All Tube 4-Channel Guitar preamp - 2 Rack Space)
Velocity100 (2x50W Stereo Power Amp for Guitar)
Stomp Boxes:
Rampage Distortion, Tsunami Chorus, Austin Gold Overdrive,
Vertigo Vibe Rotating Vibe Pedal, HUSHThe Pedal,
Sonic Glory Overdrive, Short TimerDigital Delay,
Big Crush Compressor, Metal Planet Distortion
Silver Dragon Tube Distortion Pedal,
Black Cat Moan Wah Wah
Banshee Talk Box
Other Rocktron Products

Electric Guitar - Acoustic Guitar and BassAmplifiers:
Vendetta Head(100 W Head 4-Channels All Tube - MIDI Switchable)
Vendetta Combo (100W 2x12 Combo Celestion 90s all Tube4-Channel MIDI Switchable)
R80DSP (80W 1x12 Amp w/Digital Effects)
RT80 (80W 1x12 Amp w/Reverb & Built-in Tuner)
R120DSP (120W 2x10 Amp w/Digital Effects)
RT122C (120W 2x12 Amp w/Stereo Chorus, Reverb & Chromatic Tuner)
R50DSP(50 Watt 2x8"Guitar Amp w/Digital Effects)
R50C (50 Watt 2x8"Guitar Amp w/Reverb & Chorus)
R20 (20 Watt 1x8"Amp w/Reverb) R10 (10 Watt 1x6.5")
ACOUSTIC (60 Watt Acoustic Amp with Chorus & Reverb)
RA50DSP (50W Acoustic Amp w/Digital Effects - Wedge Shape)
RA30DSP (30W Acoustic Amp w/Digital Effects - Wedge Shape)
RB20 (Bass Amp 20W with 8" Speaker) RB30 (Basss Amp 30W with 10" Speaker)
RB60 (Bass Amp 60W with 12" Speaker)
RB100 (Basss Amp 100W with 15" Speaker)
Foot Controllers:
MIDI Mate (Midi Foot Controller) MIDI XChange(MIDI Footcontroller)
AllAccess (Midi Foot Controller ) HEX (Expression Pedal)
RMM900(7-pin Din MIDI Cable) RM4 (MIDI Controller for Vendetta amps)
RFS1 and RFS2 (Single and Double Latching Footswitchs for Rampage Amps)

Rocktron - A Division of GHS Corporation
2813 Wilber Ave
Battle Creek MI 49015
USA
Rocktron Phone: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
www.rocktron.com
2003-0001
Rev. 02/01/03